Summary
A study by DatingNews.com and the Kinsey Institute found that men in the U.S. go on more dates than women, despite often getting fewer matches on dating apps. Around 5% of straight men are driving up the average by going on more than 10 dates a year, compared to only 2% of women doing the same.
Key Facts
- The study shows men go on 48% more dates than women.
- Men often report getting fewer matches on dating apps, yet they go on more dates.
- The study surveyed 2,000 single U.S. adults aged 18 to 91.
- Half of the singles surveyed aren't investing much in dating, with low spending reported.
- Over half of singles said they spent nothing on dating or romance in the past year.
- Men outspent women in dating-related expenses, averaging over $400 annually.
- 46.7% of those who spent on dating believed it was worth the cost.
- A small group of men, about 5%, go on more than 10 dates annually, affecting the average.
